In this article we will discuss about the nauplius, zoea and megalopa larva of crustaceans with the help of suitable diagrams. Nauplius Larva of Crustaceans: Fig. 147 NAUPLIUS LARVA W.M 1. It is the slide of Nauplius larva, which is the earliest free swimming stage in the development of crustaceans. 2. Body is some what fusiform or pear shaped and [...]
In this article we will discuss about the structure of Sea Pen (Pennatula) with the help of diagrams. 1. It is commonly known as "sea pen" and is found in the eastern coasts of North America. 2. The colour is usually red and the fully formed colony measures about 10 cm in height. 3. The colony is elongated, dimomorphic, [...]
In this article we will discuss about the structure of spongilla with the help of a diagram. 1. It is a common freshwater colonial sponge found usually attached to sticks or pieces of wood in lakes and ponds. 2. Usually yellowish brown in colour and comprised of numerous small individuals with a common flat base. 3. Every individual is perforated [...]